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During the replication of a DNA molecule, separation or “unzipping” of the DNA molecule is performed by which of the following enzymes?
A
Helicase
B
Polymerase
C
Ligase
D
Primase
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A — Helicase.
Helicase unwinds the double helix and breaks the hydrogen bonds between base pairs, "unzipping" the DNA so replication can occur. Polymerase synthesizes new DNA, primase makes RNA primers, and ligase joins Okazaki fragments.
Helicase unwinds the double helix and breaks the hydrogen bonds between base pairs, "unzipping" the DNA so replication can occur. Polymerase synthesizes new DNA, primase makes RNA primers, and ligase joins Okazaki fragments.
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